First Public Discussion of ‘Enforcers Guide’ to be Held at NDWA Conference
Last minute amendments to the list of speakers appearing at NDWA 25 due to circumstances beyond the control of NDWA has resulted in the opportunity for delegates to listen to Association of Chief Police Officers advisor on dogs and expert witness Peter Tallack the former Metropolitan Police Dog Handler, discuss for the first time in public the ‘Guidance for Enforcers’ document that relates to and lays out the police and local authorities responsibilities for dealing with dog related issues. Mr Tallack is hoping that his presentation will raise debate amongst delegates and enable an exchange of views that will be beneficial to all.
Long time NDWA member Dave Griffiths, an Environmental Protection Officer with East Hampshire District Council will also be giving an updated version of his well received presentation on how things have progressed in Hampshire since Section 68 of the Clean Neighbourhoods & Environment Act 2005 took responsibility for dealing with dogs away from the Police. Dave first spoke at the RSPCA Dangerous Dog Conference in London earlier this year that was attended by amongst others, Chief Constable Richard Brunstrom of North Wales Police and lead officer on dogs from ACPO and DEFRA Minister Lord Rooker.
Mark Kumpf President of the National Animal Control Association and Vice President Debbie Dawson from the USA will be carrying out a series of presentations on rabies, animal hoarding and a general insight into dog control issues in the USA.
Steve Elvidge from the Western Australia Rangers Association will be giving a presentation on the role of a WA Ranger, it is very different role to that of a Dog Warden or Animal Welfare Officer in the United Kingdom but they do face similar issues in regard to general dog control.
Presentations will also be given by Melanie Page from Deed Not Breed, Inspector Neil Davies of Merseyside Police Dog Section and K9 Magazine Editor-in-Chief Ryan O’Meara who will give a talk on canine aggression and how to recognise it.
The seminar is open to everyone, not just NDWA members. Should you wish to attend, please go to www.ndwa.co.uk and click on AGM’s & Seminars to find details on how to book and how to get to the location.
The conference is being held at the Cresta Court Hotel, Church Street, Altringham, Cheshire WA14 4DP on Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th October 2008.
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